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03-14-2007, 03:31 AM | #1 |
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Introducing my 335D
Some of you might recognize the car as I posted it on the main forum. Got my 335D in Sapphire Black with Saddle Brown interior last week. The only factory options I ordered with the car are anthracite headlining, exterior shadow trims and a ski-hatch mainly for my sound system.
Given what I like to do to my cars, 4 days later, she looks like this So far I've added the Aero front lip, de-chromed the front (black mesh grills from the 325i, kidney grills painted matt black), lowered on H&R Euro Race springs, added GP Thunder 8000k H8 bulbs to take the yellow tinge away from the angel eyes, and my favourite rims BBS LeMans 19X8.5 and 19X9.5, Goodyear GSD3-F1 235/35/19 and 265/30/19 rears. In the process of fitting my Alpine navigation system. Soundlinx has brought out various modules to intergrate the PDC, steering wheel multifuction controls, and power reserve bypass to suit aftermarket headunits. So it's all coming along nicely. To come in summer, JL Audio sound system, Brembo Grand Turismo brakes and a re-map and intercooler upgrade :rocks: Unfortunately, I'm not around for the meet coming up this weekend but will definitely pop round the next time |
03-14-2007, 03:59 AM | #2 |
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Nice motor - and welcome to the forum
M3 gone then?
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03-14-2007, 05:29 AM | #3 |
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That looks so imposing.
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03-15-2007, 06:03 AM | #5 |
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Congratulations. That looks stunning.
Did you install the front lip yourself. If so, how easy was it, how much did it cost etc... Thanks.
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03-15-2007, 08:02 AM | #7 |
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Looking good - those wheels make a big difference to the way the car looks - you're making me think about getting some...
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03-16-2007, 03:28 AM | #8 |
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Peppernick,
I have forgone the option of oem nav in favour of an aftermarket solution for when my E93 M Sport arrives on Sept 1st. I currently have the Pioneer flip out screen etc, although it's likely I'll install that in the wife's Audi and start afresh for the BM. How do you find the Alpine stuff? Is it good? Are there any specific screen/navi models you'd recommend? Are you doing the install work yourself? In the past I've done all my own install work but for some reason I have major reservations about spannering on the E93..... I'd be very greatful for any info/advice you have (what is power reserve bypass, for example?) Cheers, Sheps
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03-20-2007, 05:41 PM | #9 |
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Nick, I can now see that you've installed the H&R spings, looks awesome!! Can't believe all those wires you've pulled out I just couldn't do it!!
Can't wait to see your motor though... |
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03-28-2007, 01:50 PM | #10 |
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Hi Nick
Looks great! I am getting an E92 325i in a couple of weeks so will be interested to see what you plan with the sound system! I'll probably be going Alpine Double DIN in mine, and running a pair of free air 12s through the ski hatch. Wheels looks superb BTW! Cheers Chris |
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03-28-2007, 02:10 PM | #11 |
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Hi. Looks good. Bigger pics than you posted up on bmwland.co.uk as well Your car kicked off a big thread on the evo forum today too.
Look forward to meeting you and seeing the car soon. Seems like there are a load more UK meets being sorted out on that forum. Can you cross-post to here, or do we all need to up sticks?! |
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I specced the car with a ski hatch as I intend to mount the sub in a sealed box firing directly into the cabin. It will be an 8" sub and most likely I'll opt for the JL 8W7; although I'm still tempted to go back to a Diamond Audio TDX as I love the SQ from my TDX10D4 in my old M3. The headache is more the front speaker set up. Stock mounting position take a 4" mid. Tweeter position is fine. I've looked around and it's not easy to squeeze a 5.25" behind those doorcards. Just concerned that a 4" will not have enough mid bass to blend into what the sub can offer. I can reuse the stock woofers under the seats and cross them over between 70-100Hz but they are more dedicated woofers than mid-basses. There isn't enough depth to mount a 6.5"/8" mid-bass, and even if I could squeeze them in, the sound stage will be really wierd as these speakers will be firing up towards the bottom of my seats! How would you consider tackling the front end? Quote:
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Also, you'll lose all multifunction controls on your steering wheel. Sound linx has brought out an adapter that will let you regain function of the volume adjust and track selection buttons. The rest ie. bluetooth, source selection will be rendered useless. The PDC warning tone (as it's amplified by the headunit and played through the individual speakers) will also stop working once you remove the stock headunit. Soundlinx also brought out a circuit separator that will transfer the PDC system onto a separate system using an external speaker. |
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http://www.evo.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=9452&start=0
Warning - they're a harsh lot, and most threads go off topic within half a page. This one goes in and out of being on topic and generally avoids turning into the usual light hearted slagging match. You might be able to answer some of my questions... Quote:
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I would describe my current setting with 19" and lowered suspension as a lot smoother than what I was used to. I drove an E90 325i Sport on 18"s and I find that a tad 'woolley' going round corners, although IMO an adequately comfortable ride for daily driving. Quote:
Steering is definitely more direct than the E46, and the feedback is very good, much better with the H&R springs. Quote:
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Front end - in a 4 door E90/E91, you can just about get a 4" mid in the door (depth is the constraint, not diameter) but the E92 has even less depth so unless you want to start hacking metal, I'd look at fitting a soft dome mid. We did an E90 last week using a DLS R6.3 3 way set. The 6.5s went under the seats (modded the factory enclosures) playing from 80-400 (shouldn't work, but it does!) and the mids went in the doors from 400-3000 where the tweeters came in. This is essentially what I run in my X3 and with a processor and time alignment, it sounds pretty damm good! I plan to use a DLS Iridium 8.3 3 way set with the 8 under the seat (it has a neodymium magnet so is no deeper than the Reference 6 we fitted in the last one) with the 3" mid and tweeter most likely to be in an A-Pillar build like this RS4 http://www.prestigeaudio.co.uk/auto/...o-1-23-138-540 |
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03-29-2007, 01:48 AM | #17 |
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This is just the most beautifull E92 I've seen!
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Thanks for all the info - I'm not put off (yet!) just more intent on doing it now!!
I haven't spec'd my car with bluetooth - I was intending on using the Nokia CK-7W kit, as I know that Soundlinx also do a cable that alows interface between this kit and the steering wheel buttons. Do you know if it would be possible to run this interface unit alongside the soundlinx unit allowing allowing track and volume adjustment for aftermarket headunits from the steering wheel buttons as well? Ideally what I'd like to do is to run a similar (if not identical) navigation/media set up to your own (utilising steering wheel controls for volume and track etc) alongside a CK-7W bluetooth kit (also using the steering wheel buttons for call accept, hang-up etc) with the audio from the calls routed through the car speakers. With your knowledge of the wiring/adapters etc, does this sound do-able to you? Do you have Bluetooth in your car (or plan to?)
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I think I'll pop down to have a chat with you. I am keen to shove a 6.5" under the seats but never imagine that they will work! I'm using the Alpine H701 processor so should give me plenty of scope for adjustment. Never really a fan of free air subs after I heard a pair of JLs, the bass I find too disperse and not tight like one from a sealed box. Output is there no doubt. However, that's was my only experience with them so I can be swayed. Quote:
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So, 'ring trip aside, is the E92 going to be your road and track car now or have you got something else up your sleeve? Quote:
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